Venison Chili Recipe
This crockpot venison chili is loaded with ground deer meat, black and kidney beans, peppers, and bold spices—slow-cooked to create a hearty, flavor-packed meal perfect for chilly nights.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground venison
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. pepper
- ¼ tsp. onion powder
- 1 cup white onion diced
- 1 jalapeño minced
- 1 Poblano or Aneheim pepper diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper diced
- 1.25 oz. pkt. Mccormick Chili Seasoning Packet
- 14 oz. can beef broth (or one 12 oz. can of beer)
- 1 cup water
- 14.5 oz. can diced tomatoes with jalapeños
- 15 oz. can black beans drained
- 15 oz. can kidney beans drained
- 6 oz. can tomato paste
Instructions
- In a non-stick skillet set to medium heat brown the venison, while the meat is cooking season it with a sprinkle over the salt, pepper, and onion powder.
- Add the meat to the slow cooker.
- Add all the rest of the ingredients.
- Stir.
- Set the slow cooker to low for 8 hours.
- Ladle the chili in bowls, and top with cheese, and green onions, serve with cornbread.
- Enjoy!
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Notes
- This easy venison chili recipe can be stored in an airtight container and kept in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Cubed venison stew meat or a small venison roast cut into cubes can be used instead of the ground venison. No need to brown the meat. The cooking time remains the same.
- While venison adds a unique flavor to this chili, you can easily substitute it with another lean meat such as ground beef, ground turkey, pork, or a combination of meats. Feel free to get creative.
- Add a 12 oz. can of beer instead of the beef broth, it adds a depth of flavor to chili recipes. I often do this with beef chili as well.
- Stir in a can of fire-roasted or sweet corn for extra texture and a touch of sweetness.
- Serve a generous bowl of venison chili topped off with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese, and a handful of chopped green onions. Serve it with a side of warm cornbread for the ultimate comfort meal.
- Take your chili to the next level by serving it over a bed of crispy tortilla chips and topping it with diced avocado, sliced jalapeños, and a drizzle of hot sauce. Chili cheese nachos are so good!
- For a hearty and satisfying meal, spoon the chili over a baked potato and garnish with all your favorite chili toppings.
Nutrition
Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 610mg | Potassium: 1092mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 2670IU | Vitamin C: 54.3mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 6.5mg
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